In scripture, the opposite of faith is often fear. Withremarkable frequency, the first word God speaks to those poised at the edge of momentous decisions or holy encountersis: 'do not be afraid.' What is intended is not simplyan attitude adjustment. What is intended is for lives tobe empowered by that decisive word, so that 'do not beafraid' finds its expression when we do not live afraid.This book invites readers, and groups who gather around it,to take that word to heart - and beyond heart - to living.
After each chapter, the author includes spiritual exercisesthat invite readers to move deeper into the words on thepage. The Session Guides in the back of the book enrichthe content for small group study.
